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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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